Buying a Home is Like a Trip to the Super Bowl

Super Bowl LII is here! Once again we will be watching the Patriots compete, this year against the Eagles. I’m rooting for the Eagles. I have no connection to either team but if anybody can knock the Patriots off, let’s root for them. The Patriots have been there too often. Unless you are a Patriots fan I know you agree with me. The Eagles had a great season and it’s pretty amazing they made it this far with their back up quarterback. Regardless of the outcome, I have to admire both teams for doing what it takes to get this far. And I don’t mean cheating! I mean working hard, preparing, and having a game plan. Those same things are exactly what is needed when buying a home in today’s real estate market; working hard, preparing and having a game plan.

Hard Work Required

Let’s face it, anything worth having takes some work. Buying a home is no exception. The work starts by making sure your finances are in order. Think credit, money down, and how much home you can afford. A good, local lender can help with these items. If you are buying a property out of state, talk to a lender in the same area as the property. It matters where you play. Loans, even from a national lender, can vary in requirements and restrictions from area to area, just like playing at home or away.

Get Your Head in the Game

Once your finances are in order your real estate agent can help prepare you for the current market conditions. Listen to the general climate of the market. Is there a glut of properties on the market or are there multiple offers? Are homes selling quickly or do they linger on the market? Are properties selling for full price or significantly less? Buying a home is the big game. Get your head in the game.

The Game Plan

Market conditions will impact your game plan just like the opposing team would. If you are selling a property too, maybe you should buy first and sell after. Is there a time frame to be conscious of, like with a 1031 Exchange or before ski season? Put all the pieces together and let’s make this happen. Plan your strategy for buying a home.

Mountain Living Real Estate is here to help every step of the way. We’ll work hard with you to make your dreams come true. Buying a home in Summit County can make you feel like you just won the Super Bowl, even better actually. The feeling will last much longer than just one year.

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About Us

Mountain Living Real Estate, a.k.a. The Mountain Living Team, is a family owned, second generation, real estate company that has been helping buyers and sellers in Summit County since the early 90’s. Mountain Living Real Estate is committed to going above and beyond to ensure their clients have the most amazing real estate experience possible. Jason & Meredith take a personal approach to educate their clients, empowering them to make high quality decisions no matter the situation. They take exceptional care throughout the sales process and beyond; striving to make each client’s path in Summit County one filled with fun, excitement & great memories.

Work with Mountain Living Real Estate and you’ll understand why so many people say, “We Love Mountain Living!”

Testimonials

I was most impressed with the excellent advice, responsive & quick sale. Would absolutely use Mountain Living Real Estate again and recommend to friends.

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Janet & Tom from OhioJune 21, 2019

Your service was so exceptional, I can’t think of a thing to suggest for improvement. In the process of working with Meredith and Jason, our relationship went from broker/buyer to friends. It doesn’t get any better than that. Thank you so much. You are the best!

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Larry & Barbara from ColoradoMay 21, 2019

You solved all our problems.

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Susan from ColoradoMay 20, 2019

I was most impressed with timeliness to any questions, a personal experience, treated like clients buying a million dollar home. Thanks again for everything. We would not be in Summit without you guys.

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Patrick from IllinoisApril 25, 2019

Meredith really went above and beyond for us when selling this home. Since I wasn’t a local seller, I appreciated her monitoring the property during the selling process and coaching me through to a successful closing. Thank you!

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Michael from ColoradoApril 9, 2019

Meredith is amazing!!! Meredith helped us get our first home and now our second property. We are not high end clients but she always treated us like we were number one!! She has always gone above and beyond!!

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Brooke from DillonNovember 10, 2018

Jason & Meredith are great people. Personable, knowledgeable, honest, very accommodating, all questions answered in a timely manner, attention to detail, positive attitudes.

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Emily & Eric from WisconsinJune 1, 2018

Meredith understood what we were looking for in terms of our home requirements and locations. We purchased a condo that met 99% of our wish list and within our price range. Thank you Mountain Living Team for making a complex process trouble free. Can’t wait to transition to CO tranplant status.

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Theresa & Bill from VirginiaMay 29, 2018

Pleasure working with you on the initial purchase and subsequent sale.

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Craig from MissouriMay 24, 2018

Very calm in all the negotiating and multiple showings and offers. It has been a pleasure working with your team over the years.